Naftali Bennett.
Prime Minister of Israel from 2021 to 2022
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 113
What's happening
Active this week
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Netanyahu engages in political sparring with rivals Eisenkot and Bennett, while demanding specific coalition partners like Abbas and Tibi.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Naftali Bennett criticized Benjamin Netanyahu over the Qatargate affair during a podcast appearance.Some support3 reports
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Naftali Bennett's party submitted Knesset lists, Yashar stated its goals, and Noam Sohlberg chaired an election review committee.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Naftali Bennett's party secures legislative control and a list member heads the Finance Committee.Some support1 report
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Netanyahu facilitates multiple political alliances and party formations involving Smotrich, Bennett, and Ben-Gvir.Well supported28 reports3 developments inside
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Eisenkot and Lapid, leaders of the 'change bloc', held meetings at Yashar's offices and Lapid's home in Tel Aviv regarding the bloc's political future.Some support3 reports
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Zini expands a foreign election interference probe while Eisenkot seeks to form a government backed by Bennett, amid Herzog's political meetings.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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Netanyahu, Bennett, and Eisenkot are involved in proposed coalition talks, with Eisenkot suggested for Defense Minister.Well supported7 reports
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Political figures Netanyahu and Bennett face scrutiny amid Iranian analysis of elections and commentary from security expert Beni Sabti.Some support1 report
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Netanyahu faces a coalition crisis as Shas resigns ministerial posts and political support shifts regarding his leadership.Well supported12 reports11 developments inside
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Naftali Bennett's party seeks to replace Benjamin Netanyahu amid Hamas infiltration and Negri joining the party.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Shahar Varon is running with Naftali Bennett's B'Yachad party.Some support1 report
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Benny Gantz is leading potential political alliances in Israel, with Yoaz Hendel joining his list, while Naftali Bennett faces political challenges.Well supported18 reports3 developments inside
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Leaders Benjamin Netanyahu and Naftali Bennett are being scrutinized over security system failures.Some support1 report
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An Ethiopian immigrant, Ayalon Kovo, arrived in Israel and is seeking assistance from Naftali Bennett in Jerusalem.Some support1 report
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Naftali Bennett seeks to replace Benjamin Netanyahu in elections.Well supported13 reports1 development inside
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A university survey measures public confidence in Benjamin Netanyahu, citing Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett as potential alternatives.Well supported3 reports
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Naftali Bennett has threatened to designate Qatar as an enemy state, while Ali Al-Ansari condemned the remarks and Qatar coordinated aid with Israel.Well supported22 reports1 development inside
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Political leaders Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid are leading opposing political lists as the Hamas-led war continues.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid criticized Benjamin Netanyahu's alleged political deals, prompting a clarification from Likud.Some support1 report
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Naftali Bennett helped establish a southern prayer space in Jerusalem.Some support1 report
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Israeli political dynamics are shifting as Naftali Bennett's party weakens and Benny Gantz joins a potential opposition bloc with Gadi Eisenkot.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Gali Baharav-Miara opposes Netanyahu's judicial changes as he faces pressure from opposition led by Naftali Bennett.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Naftali Bennett's private home was located in Ra'anana, near Jerusalem, on October 15, 2026.Some support1 report
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Zelekha demands control over the finance ministry and plans to transfer authority to it, challenging economic policy.Some support2 reports
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Naftali Bennett held a meeting in Bnei Brak while declaring his opposition to Benjamin Netanyahu's government.Well supported6 reports
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Political leadership is being reassessed following the October 7th attacks, leading to a military mobilization and political crisis.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Naftali Bennett called for a national effort to retain talent amid concerns that his deteriorating political standing could lead to US sanctions.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Naftali Bennett criticized Likud's political strategy while supporting Benjamin Netanyahu's ministerial role.Some support2 reports
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Political parties are neck-and-neck in polls, and former allies have begun running separate parties.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Noam Tibon fought Hamas militants to rescue family amid political maneuvering between Bennett and Netanyahu.Some support19 reports
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Naftali Bennett proposed military service reform in Israel, aligning with Shas's political agenda.Some support2 reports
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Naftali Bennett won the leadership of the National Religious Party.Some support1 report
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Likud remains the largest party overall, and Gadi Eisenkot surpassed Naftali Bennett in recent polls.Well supported8 reports
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Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot are facing a strategic disagreement regarding the future of the opposition bloc.Some support1 report
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A proposed law involving Naftali Bennett expands state assistance and tax benefits.Some support1 report
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A contest for opposition bloc leadership is underway in Israel involving Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Naftali Bennett frames Türkiye as a strategic threat to Israel amid regional reordering and assessment of Turkish military capacity.Some support2 reports
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The Beyachad party proposed a civil partnership framework, involving Naftali Bennett and the interior ministry.Some support1 report
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A collection of political developments on September 9th, including Itamar Ben-Gvir's ministerial role, a conference hosted by the Israel Democracy Institute, and calls from Gadi Eisenkot regarding police rebuilding.Some support2 reports
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Opposition camp leaders are pushing for an inquiry involving Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot.Some support1 report
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Israeli political figures Naftali Bennett and Ofer Winter discussed the challenges posed by the Iranian threat and the future of the Gaza Strip.Some support1 report
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Naftali Bennett led the formation of the B'Yachad party.Some support1 report
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Naftali Bennett leads the Beyachad alliance with the Yesh Atid party.Some support1 report
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Ada Yonath's death is noted, while Gill joins Naftali Bennett's party and warns of Israeli brain drain.Some support1 report
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In Pampanga, authorities are announcing a joint list for upcoming elections, conducting flood relief drives, and investigating political claims made on social media.Some support2 reports
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Israeli leaders Smotrich, Bennett, Ben-Gvir, and Netanyahu made statements and planned meetings regarding the war against terror.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A political row between Naftali Bennett and Benjamin Netanyahu caused a meeting cancellation in 2014.Some support1 report
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Naftali Bennett brings Yonatan Shalev into his electoral campaign.Some support1 report
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Political figures engage in coalition talks and alliance shifts, including Stern joining Bennett's party and Ben-Gvir refusing to unite with Smotrich.Some support1 report
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Starlink service is active in Iran after the US secretly transferred terminals, which Naftali Bennett admitted Israel smuggled.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Naftali Bennett's party received immigrants from the United States.Some support1 report
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Naftali Bennett criticized Gadi Eisenkot's haredi enlistment framework and referenced Yair Golan's lack of understanding.Some support4 reports
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Naftali Bennett attempted mediation regarding the war, noting Russian limitations and shared views on Iran as a common enemy.Some support1 report
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Naftali Bennett is involved in a political party that is part of the government coalition and has accused the government of security failures.Some support2 reports
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Naftali Bennett is facing calls for military and educational reform and proposing a new security concept for the state.Some support1 report
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Ta'al and Hadash are part of a proposed alliance, and Balad is forming a three-party Joint List with both parties.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Naftali Bennett addresses his views on Qatar while discussing Israel's economic challenges and his potential to lead the government.Some support2 reports
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Revealed about smuggled communications equipment, a border guard commander announced operations, and it was admitted that arms were being sent across the border.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Israel and US officials asserted they are supplying weapons and devices to Iran, with Naftali Bennett disclosing the operation.Some support1 report
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Around Naftali Bennett this week
News at the entities that move Naftali Bennett most-
Benjamin Netanyahu OperationalProtests against Netanyahu's government as he appeared at the UN General Assembly regarding the war in Gaza.Moves Naftali Bennett
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Hamas OperationalHamas conducted an invasion of Israel while Israel faced a genocide case at the ICJ, alongside developments in Ceuta and Mossad activities.Moves Naftali Bennett
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Likud OperationalNetanyahu is involved in the Israeli election, with Hamas attacks influencing the election fallout.Moves Naftali Bennett
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Yair Lapid StructuralEisenkot seeks to replace Netanyahu's government while Lapid and Bennett form a joint list and Yashar joins the opposition bloc.Moves Naftali Bennett
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Starlink OperationalIndia is reviewing Starlink for security clearance, with government officials addressing satellite security concerns.Moves Naftali Bennett
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Gali Baharav-Miara OperationalShin Bet is investigating leaks regarding Operation Roaring Lion, with the inquiry overseen by the Attorney General and involving Gali Baharav-Miara and David Zini.Moves Naftali Bennett
Connections
The 40 strongest of 113, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Benjamin Netanyahu Operational
Bennett and Netanyahu are engaged in intense political rivalry, characterized by electoral challenges and policy criticism.
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Likud Operational
Likud and Naftali Bennett are engaged in active political competition, characterized by electoral rivalry, public criticism, and maneuvering for government power.
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Gadi Eisenkot Operational
Bennett and Eisenkot engage in intense political rivalry while simultaneously negotiating strategic support for government formation.
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Lapid Structural
Naftali Bennett and Lapid formed a joint political party and coalition through a merger of their respective political entities.
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Yair Lapid Structural
The two politicians maintain a persistent structural political partnership, forming and leading joint parties and factions.
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Hamas Operational
Bennett actively responds to Hamas' actions and growth through policy statements and military planning.
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Yashar Structural
The relationship shifted from political competition to formal alignment, with Bennett's faction joining Yashar's party backing.
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Qatar Operational
Bennett repeatedly labels Qatar an enemy state, prompting formal condemnation and antagonistic political responses from Qatar.
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National Religious Party Structural
Naftali Bennett holds the leadership role within the National Religious Party.
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Together Structural
Naftali Bennett serves as the leader of the political party Together.
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Amichai Chikli Structural
A was a political partner whose status and defections directly impacted the coalition government led by B in 2021.
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Yair Golan Operational
Naftali Bennett and Yair Golan engage in direct political interaction, including meetings, public critique, and active competition over government formation.
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Mansour Abbas Operational
The relationship involves a history of political partnership and current active rivalry between the two figures.
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Isaac Herzog Operational
Bennett actively influences Herzog's political decisions and appointments through recommendations and faction support.
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Shas Operational
Bennett and Shas maintain an active political relationship characterized by mutual criticism and strategic cooperation.
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Arabs Operational
Naftali Bennett actively refuses to form a government coalition with Arab political parties.
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Starlink Operational
Naftali Bennett acknowledged the covert smuggling and use of Starlink terminals by Israel in geopolitical contexts.
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Gali Baharav-Miara Operational
Gali Baharav-Miara has alleged systematic violations concerning the conduct of Naftali Bennett's ministry.
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Yachad Structural
Naftali Bennett serves as the leader of the Yachad party.
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David Zini Operational
The two individuals engaged in a high-level political meeting.
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Joint List Operational
Naftali Bennett actively opposes political coalitions and governments that rely on Joint List's Arab parties.
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Ta'al Operational
Ta'al's political goals are in direct conflict with the coalition led by Naftali Bennett.
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Saudi Arabia Transactional
Naftali Bennett publicly criticized the major policy initiative regarding the Saudi nuclear deal.
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Ofer Winter Operational
The relationship involves active political maneuvering, including attempts at alliance, direct competition, and mutual political influence.
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Erdan Operational
Erdan's political faction is actively campaigning to succeed Naftali Bennett in leadership.
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Donald Trump Operational
The relationship involves functional political contact between Donald Trump's administration and Naftali Bennett regarding political matters.
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Gill Structural
Gill joined Naftali Bennett's Beyachad party, establishing a formal political affiliation.
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Elazar Stern Structural
Elazar Stern joined Naftali Bennett's Yashar political party.
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Liran Avisar Ben Horin Structural
Liran Avisar Ben Horin is affiliated with Naftali Bennett's political party, defining a formal structural relationship.
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Bezalel Smotrich Operational
Political rivals who engage in active conflict and public criticism regarding policy and conduct.
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Itamar Ben-Gvir Operational
Ben-Gvir actively engages in political conflict and tracks the decisions of Naftali Bennett.
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Yesha Council Structural
Naftali Bennett served as the former chairman of Yesha Council.
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Meirav Cohen Operational
Meirav Cohen has publicly supported Naftali Bennett's leadership for future government.
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Noam Sohlberg Operational
The two individuals are shown to be co-operating in a political campaign context, specifically regarding the ordered removal of operational footage.
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Area C Operational
Naftali Bennett provides political support for legal construction activities within Area C settlements.
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Yoram Cohen Operational
The entities are political rivals whose differing views on draft exemptions contribute to political division.
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Lebanon Operational
Naftali Bennett led government negotiations regarding maritime borders with Lebanon.
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Ayelet Shaked Operational
The two politicians are actively competing for the same political base and electoral support.
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Yaron Zelekha Operational
Yaron Zelekha has publicly warned against Naftali Bennett's government.
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Avigdor Lieberman Transactional
Avigdor Lieberman allegedly severed ties with Naftali Bennett.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
20 events- Netanyahu engages in political sparring with rivals Eisenkot and Bennett, while demanding specific coalition partners like Abbas and Tibi.
- Naftali Bennett criticized Benjamin Netanyahu over the Qatargate affair during a podcast appearance.
- Netanyahu, Bennett, and Eisenkot are involved in proposed coalition talks, with Eisenkot suggested for Defense Minister.
- Political figures Netanyahu and Bennett face scrutiny amid Iranian analysis of elections and commentary from security expert Beni Sabti.
- Naftali Bennett's party seeks to replace Benjamin Netanyahu amid Hamas infiltration and Negri joining the party.
- Shahar Varon is running with Naftali Bennett's B'Yachad party.
- Leaders Benjamin Netanyahu and Naftali Bennett are being scrutinized over security system failures.
- An Ethiopian immigrant, Ayalon Kovo, arrived in Israel and is seeking assistance from Naftali Bennett in Jerusalem.
- A university survey measures public confidence in Benjamin Netanyahu, citing Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett as potential alternatives.
- Political leaders Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid are leading opposing political lists as the Hamas-led war continues.
- Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid criticized Benjamin Netanyahu's alleged political deals, prompting a clarification from Likud.
- Naftali Bennett helped establish a southern prayer space in Jerusalem.
- Naftali Bennett's private home was located in Ra'anana, near Jerusalem, on October 15, 2026.
- Zelekha demands control over the finance ministry and plans to transfer authority to it, challenging economic policy.
- Political leadership is being reassessed following the October 7th attacks, leading to a military mobilization and political crisis.
- Naftali Bennett called for a national effort to retain talent amid concerns that his deteriorating political standing could lead to US sanctions.
- Naftali Bennett criticized Likud's political strategy while supporting Benjamin Netanyahu's ministerial role.
- Noam Tibon fought Hamas militants to rescue family amid political maneuvering between Bennett and Netanyahu.
- Naftali Bennett proposed military service reform in Israel, aligning with Shas's political agenda.
- Naftali Bennett won the leadership of the National Religious Party.
September 2026
14 events- Naftali Bennett's party submitted Knesset lists, Yashar stated its goals, and Noam Sohlberg chaired an election review committee.
- Eisenkot and Lapid, leaders of the 'change bloc', held meetings at Yashar's offices and Lapid's home in Tel Aviv regarding the bloc's political future.
- Naftali Bennett held a meeting in Bnei Brak while declaring his opposition to Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
- Political parties are neck-and-neck in polls, and former allies have begun running separate parties.
- Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot are facing a strategic disagreement regarding the future of the opposition bloc.
- A proposed law involving Naftali Bennett expands state assistance and tax benefits.
- Naftali Bennett frames Türkiye as a strategic threat to Israel amid regional reordering and assessment of Turkish military capacity.
- The Beyachad party proposed a civil partnership framework, involving Naftali Bennett and the interior ministry.
- A collection of political developments on September 9th, including Itamar Ben-Gvir's ministerial role, a conference hosted by the Israel Democracy Institute, and calls from Gadi Eisenkot regarding police rebuilding.
- Opposition camp leaders are pushing for an inquiry involving Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot.
- Israeli political figures Naftali Bennett and Ofer Winter discussed the challenges posed by the Iranian threat and the future of the Gaza Strip.
- Naftali Bennett led the formation of the B'Yachad party.
- Naftali Bennett leads the Beyachad alliance with the Yesh Atid party.
- Ada Yonath's death is noted, while Gill joins Naftali Bennett's party and warns of Israeli brain drain.
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August 2026
14 events- Netanyahu facilitates multiple political alliances and party formations involving Smotrich, Bennett, and Ben-Gvir.
- A contest for opposition bloc leadership is underway in Israel involving Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot.
- In Pampanga, authorities are announcing a joint list for upcoming elections, conducting flood relief drives, and investigating political claims made on social media.
- A political row between Naftali Bennett and Benjamin Netanyahu caused a meeting cancellation in 2014.
- Naftali Bennett brings Yonatan Shalev into his electoral campaign.
- Political figures engage in coalition talks and alliance shifts, including Stern joining Bennett's party and Ben-Gvir refusing to unite with Smotrich.
- Naftali Bennett's party received immigrants from the United States.
- Naftali Bennett criticized Gadi Eisenkot's haredi enlistment framework and referenced Yair Golan's lack of understanding.
- Naftali Bennett attempted mediation regarding the war, noting Russian limitations and shared views on Iran as a common enemy.
- Naftali Bennett is involved in a political party that is part of the government coalition and has accused the government of security failures.
- Naftali Bennett is facing calls for military and educational reform and proposing a new security concept for the state.
- Naftali Bennett addresses his views on Qatar while discussing Israel's economic challenges and his potential to lead the government.
- Revealed about smuggled communications equipment, a border guard commander announced operations, and it was admitted that arms were being sent across the border.
- Israel and US officials asserted they are supplying weapons and devices to Iran, with Naftali Bennett disclosing the operation.
July 2026
3 events- Naftali Bennett has threatened to designate Qatar as an enemy state, while Ali Al-Ansari condemned the remarks and Qatar coordinated aid with Israel.
- Gali Baharav-Miara opposes Netanyahu's judicial changes as he faces pressure from opposition led by Naftali Bennett.
- Israeli leaders Smotrich, Bennett, Ben-Gvir, and Netanyahu made statements and planned meetings regarding the war against terror.
June 2026
7 events- Netanyahu faces a coalition crisis as Shas resigns ministerial posts and political support shifts regarding his leadership.
- Benny Gantz is leading potential political alliances in Israel, with Yoaz Hendel joining his list, while Naftali Bennett faces political challenges.
- Naftali Bennett seeks to replace Benjamin Netanyahu in elections.
- Israeli political dynamics are shifting as Naftali Bennett's party weakens and Benny Gantz joins a potential opposition bloc with Gadi Eisenkot.
- Likud remains the largest party overall, and Gadi Eisenkot surpassed Naftali Bennett in recent polls.
- Starlink service is active in Iran after the US secretly transferred terminals, which Naftali Bennett admitted Israel smuggled.
- Ta'al and Hadash are part of a proposed alliance, and Balad is forming a three-party Joint List with both parties.